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Energizing Breakfasts For Weekday Mornings

By StatePoint

Photo Courtesy: StatePoint

Photo Courtesy: StatePoint

Greens for breakfast might sound unconventional, but starting the day with vegetables is a fantastic way to check off some of the daily requirements for vitamins and minerals, plus get the energy needed to stay full and focused all morning.

If your family isn’t exactly keen on greens, these simple breakfast items can ease everyone into a healthier morning routine.

Satisfying Smoothie Bowls

Smoothie bowls are sweet and satisfying — and meant to be eaten with a spoon. Thicker than a typical smoothie, these delicious bowls are a mix of fresh and frozen produce, blended with your choice of superfoods and toppings. Include leafy greens such as kale or spinach and seeds like chia or hemp for a power-packed breakfast. Add avocado for a silky texture, then top with fresh berries, nuts or seeds.

Pumped-Up Pancakes

Use a high-powered blender, such as the Vitamix Professional Series 750, to whip up pancakes with a secret ingredient — zucchini. Mix chopped zucchini right into the batter and your family won’t even notice that their favorite breakfast treat has an extra boost of antioxidants and Vitamin C. For a less intense green color, peel the zucchini before blending into the batter.

Make-Ahead Savory Muffins

Muffins can be sweet or savory and are easy to take on the go. Create tasty, satiating breakfast muffins with a crust made of blended cauliflower, spinach, eggs and spices. Mold the crust into the bottom of muffin tins, top with an egg and bits of cooked bacon or ham, and bake for a make-ahead breakfast item.

Silky Green Smoothies

Smoothies are a great grab-and-go breakfast item that can be customized to each family member’s tastes. A handful of fresh greens can increase the nutritional value of nearly any smoothie recipe.

Use the natural sweetness of fruit as a camouflage for vegetables. Pineapples, oranges and grapes are particularly good ingredients to marry with vegetables. Apples can offset greens with a slight bite. Experiment to figure out your favorite combinations, increasing the amount of greens as your family becomes more accustomed to them.

To get started, try this recipe for a Basic Green Smoothie:

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 banana, peeled
  • 1 1/2 cups green grapes
  • 1 medium orange, about 5 1/2 ounces, whole, peeled but with pith intact
  • 1-inch thick slice pineapple with core, peeled
  • 1 1/2 cups packed fresh spinach
  • 1/8 teaspoon grated lime zest or thin slice of lime with peel, about 1-inch diameter
  • 2 Tablespoons agave nectar
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Directions:

  • Place ingredients into blender in the order listed and secure lid. If using a Vitamix blender, select Variable 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High.
  • Blend for 30 seconds, or until desired consistency is reached.

Subtly incorporating vegetables into your family’s diet can help expand palates and get the day off to a strong start.

Police Dog Attacks Man In Eastvale

Staff Reports  Dog Attack Picture

Eastvale – An Eastvale resident was attacked by a former Police dog earlier this month, which resulted in the man being sent to the hospital and the dog being stabbed.

On Sunday, July 3, a 20-year-old resident saw a male German shepherd wandering loose along Ruby Giant Court. According to an animal control officer’s report and based on statements from witnesses, the man felt sorry for the dog and brought it a bowl of water. A City of Eastvale news release reported that the dog drank the water and then placed both its front paws on the man’s chest.

The dog then attacked the man by taking a bite out of his left bicep area and dragging the victim into the street. The man screamed for help so relatives and friends came to try to make the dog release the victim. The relatives began punching and kicking the dog in hopes that it would let go. When the dog would not release the victim, some of the men grabbed steak knives from inside the home and stabbed the dog until it finally let go. The victim was transported to a Corona hospital with injuries to his arm, left leg and ankle.

According to the city news release, the homeowner of where the attack occurred, an uncle of the victim, told Riverside County Animal Services Officer Will Luna that he and the other rescuers had “no choice but to start stabbing the dog in order to get the dog to stop attacking.”

The German shepherd was lying on the lawn area in front of the Eastvale home when Police officials and Officer Luna arrived. The dog appeared to look lethargic, according to reports. However, when Officer Luna approached the injured dog, it immediately sat to attention despite its injuries.

Then, Officer Luna immediately used his control stick to put a loop around the dog’s head. The dog did not attack him or fight the control stick.

“I walked him to my truck and, with one command, the dog, despite its injuries, leaped into one of my truck compartments,” Officer Luna said in a report. The city news release states that this is when Luna knew he was dealing with a police dog. “That dog must have recognized me and uniform and as someone of authority,” Officer Luna said. “He didn’t show any aggression toward me at all.”

The dog was rushed to an emergency animal hospital, but its wounds were so severe that the clinic staff members had to euthanize it.

When a microchip was discovered on the dog, it was confirmed that the dog was a retired K9 officer for the Los Angeles County law enforcement agency.

For tips on how to avoid being bit by a dog, visit http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/dogs/tips/avoid_dog_bites.html.

Stolen Car And Property Returned

By Racine Guajardo

Chino Hills– On July 3, a residential burglary and grand theft auto was reported on the 15000 block of Aqueduct Lane in Chino Hills before 7 a.m.

The two suspects were later identified as Jose Sandoval, 33-year-old resident of Ontario and Christopher Ross, 22-year-old resident of Montclair. The Chino Hills Deputies were called to investigate the crime and found that the suspects had taken the victim’s purse that contained the keys to her vehicle.

The Pomona Police Department stopped a stolen vehicle around 2 p.m., which were the two suspects Sandoval and Ross. In the vehicle, suspects were in possession of the stolen property from the victim’s residence and were both arrested.

The Chino Hills Police Department says, “This is a good example of the cooperation between two law enforcement agencies who work together to solve and provide safety for citizens.”

If anyone has any additional information, please contact Deputy Joseph Patrick of the Chino Hills Police/Sheriff’s Department at (909) 364-2000.

Below is a list of the most common ways auto theft occurs by http://www.stolen-property.com. Knowing this information can help defend you from being a victim.

  • Checking for an alarm system. Throughout the years, people have been conditioned to ignoring car alarms on the account a loud motorcycle or truck can set a car alarm off. People’s senses are so dulled to these car alarms, car alarms are often ignored while a car is being stolen. Prevention – instead of using a car alarm that just makes noise, use a car alarm that has a pager that alerts you if the alarm is activated. Another excellent prevention for auto theft is an ignition disabler. This makes it unable to start the car without pressing the hidden ignition disable switch.
  • Smash and grab. The most common form of auto theft; breaking a window, grabbing whatever it is the thief is after and running away. Prevention – always remove anything of value from plain sight. The majority of crime is “crime of opportunity.” Also, if you have a stereo with a removable face plate, bring it with you instead of leaving it under the seat or in the glove box.
  • Drive off in a car with the keys in it. Auto thieves case out ATM’s, movie rental store drop offs or other businesses with quick drop off or pick up. When a person walks away from a running car, they jump in and the car is stolen. Prevention – never leave your car running or with the keys in it for even a moment, that’s all it takes for an auto theft to occur.
  • Cutting a steering wheel. If you have a steering wheel locking device to deter from auto theft, a thief will actually cut the steering wheel to remove the anti-theft device. Prevention – invest in a “kill switch” that disables your vehicle from starting.
  • Disabling the alarm system. Professional auto thieves know how to disable a car alarm within 15 seconds if they know what kind it is. Prevention – when having an alarm system installed in your car, go to a professional alarm installer instead of a big retail chain store. Also, do not advertise with car alarm brand stickers. This tips professional thieves off when they know how to disable certain alarm makes.
  • Auto theft using back up or spare keys. Many stolen vehicles are done so with the actual car keys. Prevention – Don’t ever leave or “hide” any spare or back up key in the car or under the bumper in a magnetic key holder as thieves do look for these.
  • Stealing vehicles from big parking lots. Thieves often case out big parking lots such as that at sporting events or concerts. Prevention – park in secured, well lit parking lots when possible, especially ones with attendants on duty.

 

 

Pan-Seared Salmon

Photo courtesy: Hello Fresh

Photo courtesy: Hello Fresh

with Arugula-Mint Pesto, Quinoa Salad, and Char-Broiled Snap Peas

By Hello Fresh

Cooking Time: 30 min.

Servings: 2

Nutrition: Calories: 750 cal, Fat: 43g, Sat. Fat: 3 g, Protein: 50g, Carbs: 42 g, Sugar: 3 g, Sodium: 200 mg, Fiber: 7 g

Ingredients:

  • Salmon- 12oz.
  • Arugula- 2 oz.
  • Mint- ¼ oz.
  • White Quinoa- ½ cup
  • Whole-Grain Mustard- 2t
  • Sliced Almonds- 1oz.
  • Garlic- 1 clove
  • Snap Peas- 4 oz.
  • Olive Oil- 5t

Preparation:

  1. Cook the quinoa: Preheat the broiler to high or the oven to 500 degrees. In a small pot, bring 1 cup water to a boil with a large pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the quinoa, cover, and reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes, until tender. Fluff with a fork and place in a large bowl to cool.
  2. Prep remaining ingredients: Wash and dry all produce. Meanwhile, finely chop the mint leaves and half the arugula. Mince or grate 1 clove garlic. Trim the snap peas, if necessary.
  3. Make the arugula-mint pesto: In a small bowl, combine the mint, chopped arugula, and a large drizzle of olive oil. Stir in a pinch of garlic and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  4. Cook the salmon: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Season the salmon on all sides with salt and pepper. Add the salmon to the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, until just opaque throughout. Remove and discard the skin, if desired.
  5. Broil the snap peas: While the salmon cooks, toss the snap peas on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Place the snap peas under the broiler for 4-5 minutes, until slightly charred.
  6. Make the quinoa salad: Toss the cooled quinoa with the remaining arugula, almonds, 2 teaspoons mustard (or less, to taste), and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Finish: Toss the snap peas with half the pesto. Plate the salmon alongside the snap peas and quinoa salad. Drizzle the remaining pesto over the salmon and enjoy!

Dog License Fee Increase

City of Diamond Bar

Diamond Bar – Diamond Bar dog owners are advised that new licensing fees went into effect as of July 1.

Annual license fees for altered (spayed or neutered) dogs went from $15 to $20, and from $35 to $50 for unaltered dogs. The fee paid by senior dog owners is the same for unaltered dogs, but only $10 if the pet is altered.

Revenue collected from pet licensing fees goes toward offsetting the cost of animal care and control services provided by the Inland Valley Human Society S.P.C.A (IVHS). The last time the dog licensing fee schedule was updated was in 2007.

In addition to staffing and maintaining a clean and compassionate environment for all the stray, injured and lost-and-found animals in its care, IVHS also:

  • Facilitates pet adoptions and reunites lost pets with their owners
  • Offers low-cost veterinary care services (spaying and neutering surgery, rabies shots and other vaccines for both dogs and cats, micro chipping, deworming, and nail clipping)
  • Responds to animal-related emergencies, including requests to pick up seriously sick or injured strays and bring them to veterinarians for emergency treatment, or collect dead strays and wildlife
  • Enforces animal control laws and investigates reports of animal abuse.

As a reminder, State law mandates that all dogs, four months of age and older, be vaccinated against rabies and maintain a current license.

For more information, call IVHS at 909.623.9777 (909.594.9858 for after-hours emergency services), visit its website at www.ivhsspca.org or stop by its facility, located at 500 Humane Way in Pomona, during its office hours of Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (open until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday); kennel and adoption services start at 10:00 a.m.

 

Search And Rescue

Staff Reports

San Bernardino County– A 911 call was received to Victor Valley Station on July 9 around 7:45 p.m. from a distraught female in regards to her husband, who went OHV riding of the El Mirage Dry Lake Bed and had not returned.

She provided the deputies with information as to exactly the color of the OHV he was riding, what he was wearing, and that she had not seen him for over 4 to 5 hours. Jaime Velasquez had never ridden before in the area, and went with no food and no water. After the information was received by the deputies, Velasquez was listed as a critical missing adult. The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department assisted Victor Valley Station in the search.

A Command Post was set up on Oasis Road south of El Mirage Road near Black Mountain on Sunday, July 10 at 5 a.m. by search and rescue members with direction of the Search and Rescue Coordinator Deputy Mark Lewis. Teams were put together and deployed at around 4:45 a.m. on the search for Velasquez.

Jaime Velasquez was located a little after 6 a.m. suffering from a head injury and possible broken leg. He was carried back to the command post. Paramedics were on site waiting and transported him to Antelope Valley Hospital to be treated for his injuries.

Thanks to the team effort and the volunteers who responded to help in assisting the search and rescue.

The Victor Valley Sheriff’s Stations Off Highway Vehicle Team would like to remind everyone to be prepared with adequate food and water, ride in pairs, and never venture out alone. Helmets are required by California State Law when operating an Off Highway Vehicle.

For additional information on legal riding areas or California State Laws regarding Off Highway Vehicles, please contact Sergeant Jeff Toll at (760) 868-1006.

 

Nearby Places For Summer Fun

Applewhite Picnic Area And Campground

By Racine Guajardo  

Photo courtesy: Racine Guajardo

Photo courtesy: Racine Guajardo

Lytle Creek– Looking for family-oriented outdoor fun? Applewhite picnic area and campground is fun for families of all ages.

The Applewhite Picnic and Campground areas are located off the 15 freeway, exiting Sierra and North onto Lytle Creek Road, just three miles north of the Lytle Creek Ranger Station.

You can spend the day in the picnic area by purchasing an Adventure day pass for $5 at the Lytle Creek Ranger Station. They are also available at the gas stations once you exit Sierra.

The picnic area is surrounded by trees, rocks, and refreshing cold water flows in the creek for those hot summer days. They also allow pets as long as they are on a leash. Trash cans and restrooms are provided while urging visitors to clean up after themselves upon leaving. There are 184 available parking spaces and 14 accessible parking spaces. Once filled, the site closes to any other vehicles on busy summer days. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Interested in camping for the night? You may purchase a campsite for $10 or double campsite for $15 at either the Lytle Creek Ranger Station or the self-serve station drop box, which accepts cash or check. By purchasing a campsite, you are free to walk to the picnic area for day use. The campground does not provide dump stations or electronic/water hook-ups. Quiet hours on the site are from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. The check-out time is 2 p.m. the following day. No reservations are necessary; it’s all on a first come first serve basis. Campground also allows pets on a leash.

For additional information and rules, you may visit www.fs.usda.gov

 

July 2016 SGV News

2016-07-SGVNews-COVERSGV News covers Diamond Bar, Walnut, La Puente, Rowland Heights and surrounding areas of the San Gabriel Valley; portions of the western Inland Empire; and northern Orange County. Click this link to access the complete issue in PDF format: 2016-07-SGVNews-WEB

Recent Recalls

By Racine Guajardo

Here is a new list of some recent recalls:

  1. General Mills voluntarily recalls a limited quantity of Frozen Beyond Meat Vegetarian Indian Curry with Beyond Chicken: General Mills today announced a voluntary recall of a limited quantity of frozen Beyond Meat Vegetarian Indian Curry with Beyond Chicken, produced over seven days in April 2016. This product is available exclusively at Whole Foods.
  2. Little Lotus Baby Swaddles and Sleeping Bags recalled by Embrace technologies due to choking hazard (Recall Alert): The shoulder snaps on the baby swaddles and sleeping bags can break or detach.
  3. Continental Mills recalls Blueberry Pancake Mix because of possible health risk:Continental Mills has issued a recall affecting only retail Krusteaz Blueberry Pancake Mix, which involves product manufactured between April 2016 and June 2016. The company was notified by our supplier that their product, a blueberry nugget, is made with a small percentage of affected flour which was recalled by General Mills because it may be contaminated with E. coli O121.
  4. Bernhardt recalls Dressers and Nightstands due to serious tip-over hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall.
  5. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2017 Pacifica vehicles manufactured February 22, 2016, through April 28, 2016. The center overhead seat belt stow clip may fracture and prevent use of the seat belt in the third-row and/or second-row center passenger seat (if so equipped).

Apex Lawyers, Inc. Can Help With Your Legal Needs

Law doesn’t need to be as complicated as some firms make it out to be

Apex Lawyers, Inc. is located at 21671 Gateway Center Drive, Suite 108, in Diamond Bar. They can be reached at (909) 860-0342, or visit www.apexlawinc.com for more information.

Apex Lawyers, Inc. is located at 21671 Gateway Center Drive, Suite 108, in Diamond Bar. They can be reached at (909) 860-0342, or visit http://www.apexlawinc.com for more information.

Staff Reports

If you have a legal issue and aren’t sure what your next step is, call the experts at Apex Lawyers, Inc.! Apex Lawyers, Inc. is a full service boutique law firm that strongly believes in forming relationships with its clients by providing the highest quality of legal representation possible.

Apex also believes in providing big firm results while maintaining a cost conscientious approach normally associated with smaller law firms.

Apex Lawyers, Inc. provides a broad range of high quality legal services throughout Southern California.  Their attorney’s engage in the practice of law in the following fields: Real Estate; Business Law; Family Law; DUI; Personal Injury; Civil Litigation; and Immigration.

Shazad D. Omar, Esq., is the managing attorney at Apex Lawyers, Inc. and has experience in a wide variety of legal issues. Mr. Shazad is a graduate of Whittier Law School and prides himself in providing high-quality services to all his clients regardless of the type of issue the client is facing.

Contact Apex Lawyer, Inc. and ask about their free 30-minute consultation to appraise your legal situation.

Apex Lawyers, Inc. is located at 21671 Gateway Center Drive, Suite 108, in Diamond Bar.  They can be reached at (909) 860-0342, or visit www.apexlawinc.com for more information.  And see their ad on page 7 of the Eastvale News.

 

 

Straight Talk With Danice

 

Danice Akiyoshi

Danice Akiyoshi

A letter from J.C.

Q: I recently hired a personal trainer at the gym.  He is very helpful and I’ve learned a lot from him but I want to discontinue his services because he talks about politics all the time.  I don’t agree with his views and I just want to workout and not hear his opinion.  When I mentioned this in the past, he treats me differently in a bad way.  I’m not good at things like this, can you help me?

 

A: Please don’t be confused about this very important fact.  Your trainer works for you.  If you have become dissatisfied with his services, it’s time to move on.  If he treats you differently because you don’t share his views then he is very unprofessional, which you already know because he’s trying to cram his political views down your throat.  Let him know that this will be the last month that you retain his services.  Express your desire to branch out and try other interesting ways to stay fit that don’t require you to be “ON” and thinking about world events.  He will get the hint and hopefully clean up his behavior for future clients.  If he pressures you and you feel yourself weakening, just say one final time that you have made up your mind and then stop discussing the topic.  You do not have an obligation to explain yourself to your trainer when he’s already ignored your initial requests about discussing politics.

 

 

CNUSD Parent Center Officially Opens in Corona

CNUSD

Corona – On June 7, the CNUSD Parent Center opened its doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Attended by City Council members, the CNUSD Board of Education, CNUSD Administrators, staff, and community members, the launch of the Parent Center is a critical

: CNUSD officials celebrate the Parent Center officially opening last month

Photo courtesy: CNUSD
: CNUSD officials celebrate the Parent Center officially opening last month

component in the district’s Local Control Accountability Plan. Goal 6 of the strategic plan hopes to establish family and school partnerships which build solid relationships between school and family. This includes establishing a centralized Parent Center for parents to access college and career pathways, academic support, interventions, parent information workshops/training, support for parent involvement, and mentorship resources.

“We thought about making sure that the community is engaged, connected, making sure there is a facility in place, a support for that,” said Dr. Lin as he addressed the packed house. “You hear me say this many times, it takes a village to raise a child, and I mean it sincerely. There is no better way than to do public education with a working partnership with community members. It’s not just a building, it’s about the work that we do and the people in this building that make a difference. So we look forward to that collaboration. It’s going to be fantastic.”

Cassandra Willis, Director of the Parent Center, has made it her mission to build the bridge that connects parents to the schools. “What is the parent center all about? It is about making sure that every family that walks through those doors is taken care of. Families have always been something that has driven me and inspired me to do greater things.” Willis, a former principal at Home Gardens Academy, brought with her the parent engagement practices that are still in place at Home Gardens. “We want to be able to provide those wonderful resources to our families, whether it’s parent education workshops, family engagement opportunities, or mentorships programs, we provide training for our school sites. All of these things we hope will benefit our community.”

Ailsa Villela, a parent herself who works as a Community Assistant at the Parent Center, shared her experiences at Home Gardens Academy that will be standard practice at the Parent Center. “The key to my success with my children, my family, my school, my community, has been through parent engagement,” she said. “When I became a mother, I realized I was going to need more if I wanted to see a change with my children. And I saw that change through parent engagement, there I learned I needed to take that quality time with them. There I learned  that I needed to practice the academics and math and reading at home. Without the support at the school sites, I don’t know how successful I would have been. I work with passion and I love my community and I know that if I wouldn’t have taken that path or first class at Home Gardens Academy as a parent, I wouldn’t be standing here today as a community assistant.”

The Parent Center is located on 152 East 6th Street in Corona. You can contact them at (951) 273-3132.

 

Pedestrian Dies In Chino

Staff Reports

Chino– On July 6, a pedestrian was walking on the 15400 block of Euclid Avenue when he was struck by a vehicle and declared deceased at the scene.

The male pedestrian was identified as 62-year-old, Lawrence Griffeth of Fullerton who was struck by the driver of a 2013 Nissan Sentra.

After investigation, the driver of the Nissan Sentra was identified as Erika Gutierrez, age 40 and resident of Corona. According to Chino PD, the pedestrian is believed to have been near the southbound lanes of traffic when the Sentra collided with Griffeth and fatally injured him. Gutierrez also had a passenger, but both were uninjured.

Once the Chino Valley Fire Paramedics arrived, they pronounced the pedestrian deceased at the scene.

Erika Gutierrez was also arrested at the scene for being under the influence of alcohol and booked at West Valley Detention Center. The exact cause of the collision is still under investigation.

While the Chino Police Department Traffic Unit was completing the investigation, Euclid Avenue was closed between Merrill Avenue and Kimball Avenue and remained closed for approximately 5 hours.

If you have any information regarding the case, you may contact Corporal Trosper in the Traffic Unit at strosper@chinopd.org or call (909) 334-3153.

Powerball Winners From Eastvale!

By Racine Guajardo

Eastvale– The holders of the winning Powerball ticket bought at a Chino Hills 7-11 have finally come forward!

Marvin and Mae Acosta, residents of Eastvale, have been announced as the third winners of the $1.6 billion Powerball lottery jackpot.

The original drawing was on January 13, and three tickets shared the jackpot. The other two have already claimed their money, one from Florida and one from Tennessee, but the third winner never came forward. Finally after 6 months of remaining a mystery, the Acosta’s came forward with their ticket before the 180 days of the draw date. Just like the other two winners, they opted for a one-time payment of $327.8 million before federal taxes.

The 7-Eleven store who sold the winning ticket is located at 492 Chino Hills Parkway and the store owner received $1 million.

California Lottery Director, Hugo Lopez, released a statement saying, “We finally know who our mystery winners are! It may have taken six months for them to come to one of our offices, but these winners did just what we tell all our winner to do- they read our Winner’s Handbook and then assembled a team of legal and financial advisers to help them make the most of this windfall and prepare them for their new life as lottery winners.”

The Acosta’s want to remain private as possible but have released the following statement, “We are thankful and blessed for the rare gift that has been placed in our care. We have engaged a team of advisers to educate and guide us through this process so that we can be good stewards of these new resources. While many decisions are still to be made, we have committed nearly all of this new resource to a Trust and to charities that are important to us. While we are very grateful for the wonderful wishes and encouragement we’ve received, it is not our intention to become public figures, and we ask for and appreciate privacy going forward. Thank you.”

A neighbor of the couple reported to ABC7 that the Acosta’s left last Friday without a word of where they were going or of their lottery winnings, but that is not confirmed.

Another neighbor, Emily Waithira, reported to Eastvale News that various news teams were outside the couple’s home on the morning of July 19. “[They’re] flooding our neighborhood!” said Emily. However, it is not confirmed if the Acosta’s were at the residence when the news teams were there. But Emily did say, “I am so happy for them!”

This article will be updated as more information is released.

Quality Comes First At Peterson Auto Repair

By K.P. Sander

Visit Peterson Auto Repair Center in the Big Valley Industrial Park, located at 3980-A Valley Boulevard, in Walnut. They can be reached at (909) 598-3881. Also see their ad on page 8 Weekly News.

Visit Peterson Auto Repair Center in the Big Valley Industrial Park, located at 3980-A Valley Boulevard, in Walnut. They can be reached at (909) 598-3881. Also see their ad on page 8 Weekly News.

 

Walnut – If you are looking for a local automotive repair center that performs quality work at reasonable prices – and delivers it all with excellent service – look no further than Peterson Auto Repair Center.

Peterson now houses a full mechanic shop to serve all your automotive needs.  They not only specialize in lube and oil changes, but also repair and maintain radiators, alternators, starters, brakes, clutches, shocks and struts, axles,  air conditioning, belts and hoses, and much, much more.

In business for over 15 years, owner Eric Peterson says, “For me, it’s all about providing quality automotive repair for the neighborhood.  I grew up in La Puente and Walnut, and we have so many good customers in this area.  We really appreciate the business and word of mouth referrals.”

Carhelp.com customers agree constantly giving Peterson high marks for quality workmanship and fair pricing.

Look for Peterson to add quality auto-body services to the business in the future.

Peterson Auto Repair is located in the Big Valley Industrial Park, at 3980-A Valley Boulevard in Walnut.  They are open Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and can be reached at (909) 598-3881.  Mention their ad (see page 8 of the Weekly News) and get a discount on your brakes.

 

The Separation Of Church And State

Pastor Ed Moreno

Pastor Ed Moreno

By Pastor Ed Moreno

I don’t know about you, but I grieve over how far this great country of ours has drifted from what our Founding Fathers intended.  I know many today think that Christians are making it up when we say this country was founded upon God and the values and teachings of the Bible; but we’re not.  And this whole notion that the First Amendment means that there’s to be a Separation of Church and State is a falsehood that the Supreme Court of 1962 foisted upon the American public.

Our Founding Fathers wanted Christianity and the Bible to be integral to both our government and to our educational system, as any honest historian will tell you.

In his farewell address, George Washington issued three warnings.  Here’s one: “Of all the dispositions that lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensible supports…In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism, who should labor to subvert these two great pillars.”  So much for our Founding Fathers intending for there to be a Separation of Church and State!

And just to clarify, when our Founding Fathers used the words Religion and Morality, they were referring to Christianity and the morality taught in the Bible, again as any honest historian will tell you.

The following statements are a couple of other things to ponder. Did you know that all elementary education in our country was in the hands of the Lord’s church up to 1892?  Only when the population of the U.S. got too big did the church turn elementary education over to the state.  Did you also know that 123 of the first 126 colleges formed in the U.S. had Christianity as their foundation – including Harvard, Yale, and Princeton!

America prospered like no other nation before it, precisely because we had God at the center of our government and educational system.  Things are unraveling now because we don’t.  This causes me to grieve.  The promise of Leviticus 26:3-6, 9a was once ours, but now it is slipping from our grasp.  “Faithfully obey my laws, and I will send rain to make your crops grow and your trees produce fruit.  Your harvest of grain and grapes will be so abundant, that you won’t know what to do with it all.  You will eat and be satisfied, and you will live in safety.  I will bless your country with peace, and you will rest without fear…I will protect you from enemy attack.  I will treat you with such kindness that your nation will grow strong.”

 

New Day Christian Church meets Sundays at 9:30 and 11 a.m.  They are located at 7155 Hamner Avenue, at Schleisman Road.  For more information, visit http://www.newdaycc.net.

 

 

 

Gotta Catch ‘Em All!

By Racine Guajardopokemon-pic

The Pokémon Go App is the latest craze! The game app first launched on July 6 in the app store for Australia, New Zealand and the United States. On July 13, it was made available in Germany, and on July 14, it was available in the UK. In just one week of the launch date, the Pokémon app has become the most successful mobile app in history.

Pokémon originally started as a game for Nintendo in 1996, and the Pokémon trading cards started in October of 1996. Of course with technology constantly evolving, it was destined to create this app.

Many people love it, hate it, or have found it as a bonding experience between friends, family, and even co-workers. The game allows people to gather in outdoor areas and opens communication between each other.

It seems like the most people who were in the age group of 20 to 30 years old found the app to be the most enjoyable, but community members of all ages are enjoying the app.

10-year-old Andrew Larson says, “It’s a new adventure for everyone!”

Andrew is right because many are even expressing how the app is getting them to adventure out and explore their local community.

Mother of Andrew Larson, Jennifer, says “Pokémon Go is a great fun way to interact and get outside. I like that the game teaches a person to be cautious of their surroundings. Which means more eyes are on alert. Never a bad idea! I also enjoy connecting with my 10 year old, while on the hunt for more Pokémon.”

“Pokémon go has opened doors that hasn’t been opened up in years…it’s making people more active and it’s bring people together,” said Gemayal Adams, 32 years old.

“This game makes me want to go out more than my friends do,” said Raylene Arcides, 21.

“This is how I see it. We see kids inside sitting in front of TV all day with video games. Kids don’t go out like we used to back then. Electronics (which I love) have taken over. I think it’s pretty cool [Pokémon Go] has people going outside and walking looking for those dang things, if it helps with obesity and make kids healthy then so be it,” said Katrina Casas, 27 years old.

Many residents have even admitted they are out exercising more because of the app.

“I exercise more in one day than I have in years,” said Adrian Guajardo, 27 years old.

Charles Sapalasan, 22, agreed by saying, “Pokémon Go has got me up on my feet to get some exercise and meet some real friendly people.”

Adriana Sepulveda, 37, doesn’t have the app but she’s noticed that more people are outside. “There’s a lot more people out and they all look lost running around.”

Josie Ma, 16, agreed it was a great app but expressed her regret for picking the wrong team. “I chose the yellow team (Instinct) and it’s the worst team out of the three, worst decision I have made. This app is great though because it lets a lot of people get to walk around and exercise.”

The app has received positive feedback overall, but there are still many residents who aren’t too thrilled about it.

Stephanie Denise, 46, described the app as “Ridiculous!”

Kandra Shinedling agreed by saying, “I say it’s a dumb app! I never got into Pokémon and don’t care for it. People waste more time on it when they could be exercising and doing something good with themselves instead of trying to catch something that’s not even there. Plus, it’s just another way for the government to keep a tag on you.”

But the app is still enjoyable for many and said to be bringing families, friends, and community members together.

Adriana Flores, 32, said, “I may look stupid playing but at least I’m having fun!”

“At first I thought how stupid just another trend…. but honestly I have an 11-year-old daughter and quite frankly it’s cool to spend time with her on some kind of common ground. Seriously I’m schooling her on something she’s interested,” said local resident Eddie Medina, 29 years old.

“Just playing this game for a few days, I gained two new friends at work and I also find myself to be more active,” said Mathew Sanchez, 27.

Robert Mejia, 28, agreed by saying that he’s met a lot of people and has even met girls through the app!

Felicia Weese, 30, hunts for Pokémon with her husband and described her most recent encounter in the community: “My husband and I drove to Downtown Riverside to check out all the Poke stops and there was upwards of 100 people there… At 11 at night! It was funny to see everyone walking around following their phones to try to get the best Pokémon. It reminded me a lot of zombie movies the way people were slowly moving in herds.”

Many residents have found the game to be so addicting, that they are driving around trying to catch these Pokémon! However, the game has also become a hazard, with one report of a car accident in New York due to the person playing the game while driving. There has also been another report of thieves using the app to find and rob players. One report was made but was not verified of a woman who found a dead body while playing the app.

Therefore, Police offered the following advice to Pokémon Go players:

  • Don’t play the game while driving a car or bicycle.
  • Don’t trespass on private property just to “catch” a Pokémon.
  • Avoid staring down at your phone and be aware of hazards like roadways, drop-offs and waterways.
  • Be cautious of who you share your location with.
  • Don’t travel alone.

For those who enjoy, stay safe and have fun!

It’s Our Stories That Make Us Who We Are

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

Nancy Stoops M.A., M.F.T Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

By Nancy Stoops

Every human being becomes attached to his or her story.  Some of our stories are about the joys of our life, others are about the horror.  Some of us grew up in families that made life safe while others had horrible things done to them that stole their safety.  We seem to literally be creations based on the pieces of our stories that have stuck with us.  All of us wish we could be born into a family that was healthy and whole, but many times that is not the case.  I treat so many people that were damaged as children and spend their adult years acting out the dysfunction.

Let me try and explain what I mean by example.  Let’s say when you grew up and one of your parents was an alcoholic and your role was to always take care of your younger siblings. You had to deal with the trauma that went with all of the drinking.  Let’s also say that you felt bad for the parent that didn’t drink and you always took care of him or her, and tried to prevent any harm to the family when your parent would drink.  It always seemed like no matter what you did, things would still go badly. Now let’s look at present day, you may have anxiety or panic when you see things start to fall apart and you feel like there’s nothing you can do.  This is now amplified because that could be exactly how you felt when you were growing up.

In order to stop this vicious cycle, one must learn to differentiate the past from the present and what the truth is.  The truth is you did your best as that child, but circumstances were beyond your control.  The truth is that as an adult, you are in control and you have the power to manage your life and your emotions differently.  Set yourself free from those lies that haunt you!

Off Duty Officer Struck On 60 Freeway In Chino

Staff Reports

An LAPD officer’s damaged motorcycle after crash on 60 freeway.

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An LAPD officer’s damaged motorcycle after crash on 60 freeway.

Chino– On July 13, a veteran LAPD Central Traffic Division Officer was on his way to work when he was struck by an SUV on the 60 freeway near the City of Chino.

The incident happened around 11 a.m. on the westbound freeway near Mountain Avenue and was airlifted with major injuries, according to CHP.

CHP officials also stated that the accident occurred when a SUV swerved into the carpool lane after the vehicle had failed to slow for stopping traffic, according to a witness.

According to LAPD Officer Tony Im, the condition of the officer is not known but expected to survive as he’s being treated at Loma Linda University Medical Center.

As investigators were at the scene, the 60 freeway closed and reopened back up around 2 p.m.

As drivers, we should always be aware of our surroundings and look out for motorcyclists in order to avoid this situation from happening again. If you are a motorcycle driver, below are some extra tips by http://www.motorcycles.about.com to help you stay visible to vehicle drivers.

The first way to avoid being hit is to stay out of the blind spots of other vehicles and give you enough room to react. Ways to do so include:

  • Making sure you can see the drivers of the cars around you; if you can see them (through eye contact or in their mirrors), chances are you’re in their line of sight… but never assume anything.
  • Creating a safety buffer around you, which means leaving enough distance ahead of you, and giving yourself space to maneuver away from trouble.
  • Avoid lingering in the blind spots created by the A-pillars and C-pillars of cars; those are the front 3/4 and rear 3/4 angle views out of the driver seat. Passing can be a dangerous maneuver, so be especially aware when overtaking a car or another rider.
  • If you’re riding with a group, be sure to leave a safe distance around you, and ride in a staggered formation for maximum visibility.

If you have any information in regards to this incident, please contact Chino Police Department at (909) 628-1234.

FDR Nominated For Unprecedented Third Term

By History.com

On July 18 in 1940, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who first took office in 1933 as America’s 32nd president, is nominated for an unprecedented third term. Roosevelt, a Democrat, would eventually be elected to a record four terms in office, the only U.S. president to serve more than two terms.

Roosevelt was born on January 30, 1882, in Hyde Park, New York, and went on to serve as a New York state senator from 1911 to 1913, assistant secretary of the Navy from 1913 to 1920 and governor of New York from 1929 to 1932. In 1932, he defeated incumbent Herbert Hoover to be elected president for the first time. During his first term, Roosevelt enacted his New Deal social programs, which were aimed at lifting America out of the Great Depression. In 1936, he won his second term in office by defeating Kansas governor Alf Landon in a landslide.

On July 18, 1940, Roosevelt was nominated for a third presidential term at the Democratic Party convention in Chicago. The president received some criticism for running again because there was an unwritten rule in American politics that no U.S. president should serve more than two terms. The custom dated back to the country’s first president, George Washington, who in 1796 declined to run for a third term in office. Nevertheless, Roosevelt believed it was his duty to continue serving and lead his country through the mounting crisis in Europe, where Hitler’s Nazi Germany was on the rise. The president went on to defeat Republican Wendell Wilkie in the general election, and his third term in office was dominated by America’s involvement in World War II.

In 1944, with the war still in progress, Roosevelt defeated New York governor Thomas Dewey for a fourth term in office. However, the president was unable to complete the full term. On April 12, 1945, Roosevelt, who had suffered from various health problems for years, died at age 63 in Warm Springs, Georgia. He was succeeded by Vice President Harry S. Truman. On March 21, 1947, Congress passed the 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which stated that no person could be elected to the office of president more than twice. The amendment was ratified by the requir